

Developing Classical Thinkers
Developing Classical Thinkers
Developing Classical Thinkers is a classical podcast for classical thinkers, created and supported by the teachers at Thales Academy, a classical school in Raleigh, North Carolina. A Thales Press podcast.
Episodes
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Oct 24, 2019 • 1h 1min
The Socratic Method Divulged
Dr. Matt Post of the University of Dallas examines the Socratic method and Plato's seminal dialogue, "The Republic."

Oct 17, 2019 • 33min
The Workshop of Humanity
Dr. Brian Williams of Templeton Honors College provides this lecture on the importance of reading good books in order to cultivate good character.

Oct 10, 2019 • 24min
The Art of Right Thinking
An interview with Josh Herring on the importance of Logic when it comes to facilitating classroom discussions.

Oct 9, 2019 • 28min
Watering Deserts and Cultivating Souls
Dr. Robert Jackson of Great Hearts Academy delivers this lecture on C.S. Lewis' "The Abolition of Man" and the enduring value of a Classical education.

Oct 3, 2019 • 32min
Reaching Enlightenment with the Fellows
Join Brooke, Mary, and Winston as we discuss the major thinkers of the Enlightenment and how the Enlightenment fits in with a Classical education.

Sep 27, 2019 • 2min
Regional Classical Symposium Invitation
On October 4, Thales Academy is hosting a conference on Classical education entitled the "Regional Classical Symposium." As a DCT listener, we would love for you to come! Lunch is provided for free. Check out our conference page at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-classical-symposium-tickets-69088155533

Sep 12, 2019 • 13min
Really Ready for College
An interview with Dr. Jenna Robinson, President of the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal, on how high school seniors can really make the most of their college experience.

Aug 29, 2019 • 5min
The Sound of Music
An interview with Dawn Graff, Performing Arts teacher in Apex, about the importance of music to a Classical education.

Aug 22, 2019 • 14min
A Day at Thales with Ashley Bahor
An interview Ashley Bahor, JH/HS administrator of Thales Academy about the Thales Academy experience.

Aug 12, 2019 • 23min
All's Fair in Seminars
Join Jessie Gillooly and Leah Klein as we talk about helping students develop empathy, analyze conflict, and recognize biases by conducting Socratic Seminars in class.